Serving Franklin, PA and Washington, MD Counties
Serving Franklin County, PA and Washington County, MD

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The latest information on the local healthcare industry around Franklin County, PA and Washington County, MD.

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Free suicide prevention training offered in Franklin County

CHAMBERSBURG, Pa. — A free suicide prevention training aimed at equipping community members with practical intervention skills will be offered later this month...

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Mike on the Mic: Meritus School of Osteopathic Medicine

A new episode of “Mike on the Mic” is now available featuring a conversation with Dr. Brian Kessler, dean of the Meritus School...

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Maryland chefs encouraged to submit recipes for governor’s ‘buy local’ cookout

The Maryland Department of Agriculture has announced the 2026 Governor’s Buy Local Cookout that will take place on July 17 in Annapolis. This...

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Rare quadruplets mark milestone

YORK, Pa. — One year after four of the smallest patients ever cared for at WellSpan York Hospital began their extraordinary journey, Samuel,...

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Mayor breaks tie to halt water fluoridation

CHAMBERSBURG, Pa. — The borough of Chambersburg will discontinue adding fluoride to its public water supply following a tie-breaking vote by the mayor...

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Photos by Toya: Relay For Life of Franklin and Fulton Counties

GREENCASTLE, Pa — Relay For Life of Franklin and Fulton Counties continued a decadeslong tradition of honoring cancer survivors, remembering loved ones and...

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Midstate medical moment: Avoiding sports injuries

Kurt Kessler, athletic trainer, University of Pittsburgh Medical Center Orthopaedic Care As a parent or guardian, it can be intimidating to know how...

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Asthma impacts not just breathing, but social, emotional development too

HAGERSTOWN, Md. — Roughly 7 percent of children in the United States have asthma, which makes it one of the most common chronic...

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Franklin County declares Mental Health Month

CHAMBERSBURG, Pa. — Franklin County Commissioners have proclaimed May to be Mental Health Month in Franklin County. In doing so, the commissioners are urging residents...

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Simple activities strengthen children’s resilience

CHAMBERSBURG, Pa. — While many associate self-care with bubble baths and spa days, experts say children benefit from simpler, developmentally appropriate practices that...

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